Hi, I’m Chris

I’ve always felt pulled toward wildlife and wild places. That pull has taken me from Africa to Southeast Asia, New Zealand, and other regions where nature is still the main attraction.

Here on Castaway Chris, I share what I’ve learned so you can plan your own trips to see wildlife, whether it’s a safari in Africa or a jungle adventure in Asia.

Latest Guides

Is Sri Lanka Worth Visiting? My Honest Answer After Thinking About What the Trip Really Feels Like

Is Sri Lanka Worth Visiting? My Honest Answer After Thinking About What the Trip Really Feels Like

Hotels at Yala National Park Worth  Booking

Hotels at Yala National Park Worth Booking

Habarana Sri Lanka Hotels I’d Recommend for a Smart Base in the Cultural Triangle

Habarana Sri Lanka Hotels I’d Recommend for a Smart Base in the Cultural Triangle

Things to Do in Habarana Sri Lanka That Are Actually Worth Your Time

Things to Do in Habarana Sri Lanka That Are Actually Worth Your Time

Sri Lanka vs India: Which One Feels Better to Travel Through?

Sri Lanka vs India: Which One Feels Better to Travel Through?

Sri Lanka vs Maldives: Which Trip I’d Actually Choose and Why

Sri Lanka vs Maldives: Which Trip I’d Actually Choose and Why

Best Hotels in Ella Sri Lanka I’d Book Based on Budget, Views, and Location

Best Hotels in Ella Sri Lanka I’d Book Based on Budget, Views, and Location

Things to Do in Ella Sri Lanka That Still Feel Worth It After the Hype

Things to Do in Ella Sri Lanka That Still Feel Worth It After the Hype

New Zealand Black Sand Beaches That Feel Wild, Raw, and Worth the Drive

New Zealand Black Sand Beaches That Feel Wild, Raw, and Worth the Drive

What to Do in Colombo Sri Lanka If You Want the City to Feel Worth More Than a Stopover

What to Do in Colombo Sri Lanka If You Want the City to Feel Worth More Than a Stopover

My Favorite Day Trips From Auckland That Are Actually Worth the Time

My Favorite Day Trips From Auckland That Are Actually Worth the Time

The Best Things to Do in Wanaka If You Want More Than Just Pretty Views

The Best Things to Do in Wanaka If You Want More Than Just Pretty Views

The Best Hotels in Wellington New Zealand I’d Actually Stay In Again

The Best Hotels in Wellington New Zealand I’d Actually Stay In Again

Budget Hotels in Ella Sri Lanka I’d Actually Book Without Feeling Like I Settled

Budget Hotels in Ella Sri Lanka I’d Actually Book Without Feeling Like I Settled

Is New Zealand Expensive? My Take After Paying for the Trip

Is New Zealand Expensive? My Take After Paying for the Trip

My Guide to Waiheke Wineries After a Day on the Island

My Guide to Waiheke Wineries After a Day on the Island

Luxury Hotels in Ella Sri Lanka I’d Splurge on for Views, Quiet, and a Real Sense of Place

Luxury Hotels in Ella Sri Lanka I’d Splurge on for Views, Quiet, and a Real Sense of Place

Where to Stay Colombo, Sri Lanka Based on How You Want the City to Feel

Where to Stay Colombo, Sri Lanka Based on How You Want the City to Feel

A Realistic New Zealand South Island 2 Week Itinerary That Doesn’t Feel Rushed

A Realistic New Zealand South Island 2 Week Itinerary That Doesn’t Feel Rushed

My Honest Guide to Things to Do in Auckland New Zealand Without Wasting Time

My Honest Guide to Things to Do in Auckland New Zealand Without Wasting Time

Best Time to Surf in Sri Lanka Depending on Which Coast You Actually Want

Best Time to Surf in Sri Lanka Depending on Which Coast You Actually Want

The Best Time to Go to New Zealand Depends on What You Actually Want

The Best Time to Go to New Zealand Depends on What You Actually Want

These Are the New Zealand Cities to Visit First

These Are the New Zealand Cities to Visit First

My Favorite Things to Do in Christchurch City When I Want a Trip to Feel Easy

My Favorite Things to Do in Christchurch City When I Want a Trip to Feel Easy

How I’d Decide Where to Surf in Sri Lanka After Seeing Both Coasts

Is It Dangerous to Surf in Sri Lanka

Off the Beaten Path in Florence Italy: The Side of the City I Like Best

Luxury Villas in Greece for Rent

Luxury Villas in Greece for Rent

My Real Take on Sri Lanka Surf Camps After Seeing What Actually Matters

My Real Take on Sri Lanka Surf Camps After Seeing What Actually Matters

The Best road trip Baja California Sur itinerary I’d Actually Follow Again

The Real difference between Baja California and Baja California Sur for Travelers

The Real difference between Baja California and Baja California Sur for Travelers

The Most Memorable tourist attractions in Baja California Sur I Think Are Worth Your Time

The Most Memorable tourist attractions in Baja California Sur I Think Are Worth Your Time

How I’d Plan a Sri Lanka Surf Trip Without Making It Too Complicated

Where Surfing Near Colombo Sri Lanka Actually Makes Sense

Where Surfing Near Colombo Sri Lanka Actually Makes Sense

Where I’d Actually Eat: My Guide to Restaurants in Queenstown New Zealand

Why Surfing for Beginners in Sri Lanka Is One of the Easiest Ways to Start Surfing

Why Surfing for Beginners in Sri Lanka Is One of the Easiest Ways to Start Surfing

Hidden Gems in Florence: The Places I’d Go When I Need a Break From the Crowds

One Day in Florence Italy: What I’d Do to Make the Most of It

Things to Do in Bergamo Italy: What I’d Prioritize First

Southern Italy Itinerary: The Version I’d Recommend for a First Trip

Southern Italy Itinerary: The Version I’d Recommend for a First Trip

Lake Garda to Dolomites: The Scenic Drive I’d Actually Recommend

Itinerary for Naples Italy: My Realistic 3 to 5 Day Plan

Itinerary for Naples Italy: My Realistic 3 to 5 Day Plan

Dolomites in June: What It’s Really Like Before Peak Summer

Hot Springs Resort in Taiwan

Things to Do in Taipei Taiwan

Typical Food in Taiwan

Typical Food in Taiwan

How to Rent a Private Yacht in Greece

Street Food in Taiwan

Street Food in Taiwan

Best Longboard Waves in Panama

Best Longboard Waves in Spain

Best Restaurants in Mallorca Spain

First-Class Flight Deals USA to Japan: How I Actually Look for the Best Ones

First-Class Flight Deals USA to Japan: How I Actually Look for the Best Ones

Best Longboard Waves in Nicaragua I’d Actually Go Back To

Best Spa Retreats in Bali

Best Spa Retreats in Bali